Cow Country (1953)

Set in the harsh landscape of Texas in 1875, "Cow Country" unfolds amidst a devastating economic crisis in the beef market. The once prosperous cattlemen of Garnet Basin find themselves on the precipice of ruin, forced to sell their cattle for a pittance. The cattle, once the lifeblood of the region, are reduced to mere commodities for their hides, fats, and tallow. The looming foreclosures of their precious lands add to the growing despair. In the heart of this turmoil, the cold-hearted banker Marvin Parker emerges as the antagonist, refusing to lend a helping hand to the struggling ranchers. Instead, he plots to seize their lands for a bargain, aided by the ruthless Caddo Sledge, owner of the local cattle rendering plant, and the deceptive rancher Harry Odell. Odell, a man of many secrets, is engaged to Linda Garnet, daughter of rancher Walt Garnet, whilst simultaneously courting Melba Sykes, daughter of Tim Sykes. Opposing this treacherous trio is Ben Anthony, a former cattleman turned freight and stagecoach line owner. A simmering conflict erupts between Anthony and the conniving trio, escalating into a full-blown war when a glimmer of hope appears on the horizon. News of an imminent beef purchase by the army gives the beleaguered cattlemen a chance to save their ranches and livelihoods. Sensing the potential disruption to their nefarious plans, Parker, Sledge and Odell unleash a wave of intimidation and destruction. They target Ben Anthony's freight line and eliminate any witnesses who could expose them. The climax builds up to a tense showdown, with Ben Anthony engaging in a deadly gunfight with Sledge and Parker, while the fugitive Odell is hunted down by local rancher Fritz Warner. "Cow Country" is a riveting tale of survival, greed, and retribution, set against the backdrop of a turbulent period in the American West.

Cow Country is a western movie featuring Edmond O'Brien and directed by Lesley Selander.

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